Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
David Edelstein dismissal
The program dismissed film critic David Edelstein after comments he made following Bernardo Bertolucci's death.
2010
Mississippi Public Broadcasting removal
Mississippi Public Broadcasting removed Fresh Air after an interview with Louis C.K. that included sexual discussion, citing recurring inappropriate content. The program later returned to the network.
2002
Gene Simmons interview controversy
During a 2002 interview, Gene Simmons discussed sexual experimentation and propositioned Terry Gross in an on-air demonstration. NPR's account states that Simmons did not permit the interview transcript or audio to be posted on its website.